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Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Big Beasts are Always Cowards.

The prevalent idea entertained by
those not familiar with tile real nature
of our large carniverous qnadrupeds,
believe their instructive ferocity impels
them to assault every person they
meet, is not sustained by practical ex-
perience.
Those animals appear much more
formidable in the distance than when
approached in their own native wilds.
But few Eastern sportsmen would,
it is believed, voluntarily attack a
bear, wolf, or panther, yet have seen
and killed many of these animals, and
not one of the them ever turned
upon me.
And in further confederation of
this, my guide, Little Bat" who has
during his lifetime killed over eighty
grizzlies. assured me that all he ever
met invariably ran from him.
So confident was lie of his ability to
cope with these much dreaded mon
sters THAT he did not hesitate to hunt
them wien alone and on foot, and
only two years ago he encount-
cred four grizzlies eating il dead elk
upon Casper Mountains, when he.
craWlel to within a short rifle range
and shot every one of them without
moving from his tracks; and upon
another occasion, while we v ere hunt
ing in the valley of the Big Horn, he
went out alone during moonlight
night and shot two grizzlies from be-
hind the tree.
Panthers and wolves are most arr
40 ;. s.t...-.a ..aA Fss,t,..1
story of Gen. Putnam having per-
formedan extraordinary feet d. cour-
age BY entering cave and shooting
wolf is extremely Imaginable when
.contrasted vii tife TACT that my wife
upon one occasion, in the night time
at a frontier post, when Il large black
wolf Ind puflplned one Of her turkeys
and was dra gillg II Of married out
and with stick naada him drop the
bird and run aRaY.--0 Outing.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Death Of a Famous Commanders.

A Gainesville 0Ga.A dispatclt NM
nounccs the death of Capt. Daniel e.
Gambler of the famous Banks county
guards. Banks county was alwaTs
noted for its freedom from the conven-
tionalities Of society, ana its inhabi-
tants could not brook enforced re-
straint. When the war broke out tho
Banks county beys. urgaiIized a COM
pany, and nn odd company il was.
entirely democratic in It's makeup.
and with little respeet for shoulder
straps. As it was necessary to have II
captain tie local school master, Dam
iel G. Gambler, was elected to that of
fee. Captain Gambler. Knew the im-
portance of his Office, but he also knew
the nature Of his men, and he adopted
a military code of his own, which,
while not approved by military tactic.
ians, was TIE only code witch the
Banks. county guards would recog-
nize. II
''Gentlemen," the captain would
say, ..you will be kind enough to ac-
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
How TO use an Umbrella.

1.-THE proper way to open m ufn-
brelIa without damaging it, Z MeElwee,
the dealer iii sunslades and the like,
remarked to a tourist to-day, sis to
loosen the folds by means Of quick
shaking Of the right hand. in which
the umbrella should be held by the
handle. Then press the fastening with
the thumb Of the left hand, and you
will find that the umbrella opens With
out hindranee at any point. Many
fine silk umbrellas are damaged and
frequently ruined by carelessness ON
the part Of the owner. You frequently
see the band that holds the holds in
place unfastened by a tug at the end
which projects beyond the button. In
order to render tile band and button
more serviceable; the band should be
pulled gently as if TO tighten it about
the handle. This will permit the but
ton to pass through the opening with
out the necessity of half-wrenching 1t
from the band by d fierce tug. Then
the umbrella-smasher clutches the
handle in one hand, and without loos-
ening the folds, which may be damp,
he presses the fastening with his thumb
and is surprised that the umbrella does
not yield to the pressure. Then he
pushes at the fastening until some
thing gives way. Perhaps the um-
brella will open, and perhaps one of
the ribs has been weakened and forced
through the covering.
In order to fold an umbrella neatly
hold the handle in the right hand in
such a way as to keep the ends Of the
ribs pressed close to the handle be-
tween the forefinger and the thumb,
as you turn the handle dexterously by
elevating the wrist, your hand, of
course, being palm downward ON the
handle. But the neatness of the fold
depends equally upon the service of
the left hand. With the left you grasp
the tether end Of the umbrella, palm
upward. and as yon turn with the
right use the left to cashier and hold
the folds securely, as you move it
along carefully until it strikes the
band Hold the band with the left and
fasten it with the right. If the folding
has been done properly the band can
be placed over the button without tug
ging at the end of the band with all
your might. "-At6any Journal
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Making improvements.

A Detroit drummer has often stop
ped with an old farmer near a country
store, getting supper, lodging, and
breakfast, for which he was charged
Is cents. On his last trip he was SUR
prisea when he asked the amount of
his bill to be told that it was 50. He
demonstrated with the farmer and
wanted to know why MS bill was larger
than common. ssWall, said the land
lord, Il hev been maxim some inn
provements."
s'But had the same bed and the
meals were no BETTER" replied the
commercial man. what improve
ments have you madeP'
jest step out here an I will show
you," replied mine host and he led the
guest out on the porch and pointed to
a sign reading, "Hotel. Detroit Free
Press.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

Hence, the force ofthe following voluntary let
ter, which is based upon the conscientious con.
viction formed from the long and cautious
experience Of leading drug house Of Boston,
represents in every line q. most important
and valued revelation: "Bpstof, July Ii,
1887.-The Charles A. Vogeler Co.-Gentle-
men: Many preparations are placed before
the public, and fo' time at least they have
a large but temporary sale-large, because OF
the extensive advertising; temporary, as the
suffering class soon realize that the corn.
pound possesses but little merit. Not 50 with
BIT. Jacobs Oil. its success has been. constant
from the start, aid to-day We regard il as,oni
Of those standard remedies that our trade
consider as absolutely essential to always
carry in their stock. Personal experience
and the good words of the druggists of New
England all tend to prove that each year viii
add to its sale and well deserved popularity.
Signed, Doolittle q Smith," Taking the
many cases of cure, Published by The pro-
prietors, examples are given of its untaryins
effects in the worst chronic cases. and there
Is nothing in trsds which can approach its
efficacy.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Itis well TO Remembers.

That happiness is not perfection UNI
less it is shared.
That great possessions may bring
great misfurtunes.
Tint d foolish friend does more harm
than wise enemy.
That the hardest thing to empty out
of heart is conceit.
Tgat It IS not necessary to be mean
because one IS a man of means
That good temper like 4 sunny day,
sheds Il br1glItness over everything.
That 0sle of esle causes that leasls us
to misfortune IS that we live accord
ing to Till example Of 9thers. Good
H0usekaeRjag.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Wanted the eaby Finished.

Little Nellie, aged three-Papa, why
don't mamma tum to breffastp
Papa--Why, my dear, didn't you
know the doctor brought you new
baby brotherP
Little Nellie-Well. why don't it tum
to breffastp
Papa Why. it hasn't any teeth to
eat with yet.
Little Nellie, after celebrating
awhile-Well, papa, wish you would
tell the doctor to take it back and finish
it.-BostoD Globe.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

"Pm thinking of building me q
house. said Jones to Smith last even-
ing. Good idea," said Smith; chow
much money have youp" about
So, 600. Three thousand dollars; we'll
that will build very neat So. 200 house
with economy" P. S.--f you have
ever built house you will see the
point. NQShVille american.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

Naomi--Georgc, are you sure that
YOU never before loved a woman as
you loveInep George -Surep AS well
ask me if / love idolatrous creeds of the
.heathen as we'll as the pure religion of
my fathers. Naomi-How charmingly
you say that, George (absently) 1--WE
said il often enoug.. in my life to do it
Tcllarmingly Nebraska State Journal.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
catarrh Cured.

A clergyman, after years of suffering fror
hat loathsome disease, cStaTrh, and yaiuf
fying every known remedy, ~ las foanp
reception which completely c1Ie3 asa
,aved him from death. AIRY sufferer FRI
lis dreadful disease sending j self address
,ssrrped envelope to Prof j. A. LaYsene,
SI2 East 9th st.. New York, will receive Il
feclpe free OF charge
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

Extraordinary but nevertheless true. w
efer to the announce m mt If B. +. Johr so
g. Co, of e chm ond. Ia which they propose
now worki0R and energetic men now to uiss.
from sl00 to $3.50 month over and a5oYs ex
lenses.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
The At,aek 10 Be Renewed.

New York Sun: Young Mani love
your daughter, sir, devotedly. May !
nope for blessing from youPe
Old Man Have you spoken to my
daughter upon the subject?
Young Man Yes, and she refused
me.
Old Maxwell, doesn't that settle
it?
Young Man-No, sir. You forge
that | am life insurance agent and
never take no for m answer.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

The rrsnkso of Boress In this vicinity
lately rtmind us Of sn original composition
OF N4ntacKet mis- OF early time: wind is
aVsty u.s. full article. It blows down house,,
! sts up Trees, and mary people die for wan
of breath.n
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

New York Sun: He--What do yon
think about this white horse and red
haired girl nonsense, Miss Redtopp
She with fire) 1 think it has got t..
be a horse chestnut
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
For Sale Cneap.

A choice farm oil 240 ACRES, half way a'
wen Huron and WolseY Dafcta. Aces
ilie to four shipping point @. q ".
thif mile and another read susves
rough the place. Cuit.rarea and IN n Y q
address JOIN q KELLY
sioux City, Is.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

"A man accust sined 10 whisky wants 1,
jast as much as man accustomed to taascc
wants tobacco The one, therefore, IL
much a necessity a. The Other, Philosopher
Blaine to the contrary Notwithstanding.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

~ sdave cigar. T THERE'S Il b shng
6 10 rec mm~nd.ss f,Ju / 50; au+, q = sit
tns same % ,ou, prefer something q can
.rf,oheu
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

-IsapdiofG-come, s..pp, thss Ia the tenth
ma,ca I've So n ven sfrtke. Whar bavr yeu
LIS? sepp-p Pm looking for match tina
isvesdroared on the foor.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

Ism, sore snroar, sweliipgs, bruises, arc
rostDites. Price only twenty-five cents q no
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Get Hoods

II you have made up your mind to buy Hoods
ssrsaparila do OF be induced to take any OF err.
Hoodss rilla is peculiar medic pos css;ng.
BY Writ ofis peculiar conbi alton. proportion and
preparat on, curative pc er superior to any other
rticle of the kind before the people, sure to get
Hoods.
Il had been taking Hoods sarsaparfla for dFspep-
STA. aud In where trie buy bottle the
clerk tried to duce to buy their instead of
Hoods; he told me theirs would longer; that
might take on n days' trisl; at II did no like
1t need not pay anything. etc BIT ne could not
p eyail to change. told him knew VIII t
Hoods Sarsapa fila wa. had taken 1t, 1t agreed
wit m / W perfectly atisfed W I'll Hoods sarsa-
pari Ia, and did not want any 9th sm aiws glad
to spe ka goo wor for his ixceIent medicine
Mrs ELL. A. Corr. 81 Terrace Str ct Bos on. Mass.
Hoods Sarsapasilla
Sold by all drug lists. 81; six for g. Prepared nls
by C. Ho0D& Co. Apothecaries Lowell Mass
100 Doses One Dollar,
81 Mention this paper. "a
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

--Of all the pictures that hang on meupry'E
wall, thar ON The bacS of . borrowed IS bill Il
The most rare.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
.Roya, Glue. Mends everything.

Brolen Eaitna, Gsss, Furniture, Ornaments,
Leather, etc. Everlasting tenacitSl AIwas :
liquid and ready. Free samtle yiais st drug
gists End grncers.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28

To make children healthy use plenty Of afr
plenty of milk, lslentv of Sleep and Away
nave bottle Of DR.. BULBS Cough Syrup i,
sase of Group.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
Old Maxwell, doesn't that settle
how THEY FALL BEHIND.

There is really 10
profit in recon-
mending the worth
less, for the reac-
tioi, in the minds
Of those who buy
and are deceived is
pointecily against
everything sold BY
IL i
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
A Supposable Case.

Omaha World: Omaha Boy-Pa
was Sampson killed by bis wifeP
Pat amounted to that. She be
trayed him to those who wanted to kill
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
"A soar spot-the eagles nest.

-siJohnny,n said the Sunday echoo
teacher, shat is your duty TO our nefgis
horst 30 ask them to tea SIS soon as the
get settleG.n
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1887-12-28
..What did shs do that for?'
A Burst Of ,noigns tion.

81 don't know. May be she gave him
letter and he forgot to mail it,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
Nashville.

NASHVILLE, Tenn, January l9.--In
the senate to-day the balloting for the
long term resulted az follows Bate
6, House 5, Marks 6. Sneed s, Rose l.,
ALI Taylor u. In the house Bate
90, House 8, Marks 10, Sneed 7, Rose
2, ALI Taylor 81.
For the short term Whitthorne in
the senate received q and In the
house 81, total 50. D. A, Num- re-
ceived the II republicans in the sen
ate and 81 in the house, Martin, OF
Putnam, voting with the republicans.
The two houses meet in joint con
vention tomorrow to count the votes.
Whitthorne will then be declared
elected, and the balloting in joint con-
vention for the long tern will be com.
menced.
In the caucus this afternoon six bal
lots were taken, after which the eau
Gus adjourned till tomorrow after
noon.
The twenty.second ballot resulted
Bate 80, Marks 20, House 1S, sneed 8
Rose 8.
Senator Norment introduced a reso,
luton expressing as the sense OF tn,
caucus that after the second ballot tn,
candidate receiving the fewest nun
Der OF votes should be withdrawn, il
the interest Of the party and for thu
acceleration OF public business. i
was tabled by vote of Sc to "a.
All the candidates are determined
to stick.
Over one hundred bills were intro
duced in the two houses to-day.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20

The unprecedented sale OF Boschee's
German Syrup within few years, has
astonished the world, 1t is without
doubt the safest and best remedy ever
discovered for the speedy and efEectu-
al cure Of Coughs, Colds and the Sc
verest Lung troubles. 1t acts on an
entirely different principle from the
usual prescriptions given by Physi-
clans, as it does not dry up q Cough
and leaves the disease still in the sys-
tenn, but on the contrary removes the
cause Of the trouble, heals the parts
affected and leaves them in purely
healthy condition. A bottle kept in
the house for when the diseases make
their appearance, wills save doctors
bills and long spell Of serious illness
A trial will convince you Of these facts
1t is positively sold by all druggists
and general dealers in the land
Price, Is cts, large bottles.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20

and in order to strengthen it, we must
strengthen the States. The strength
and perpetuity of this, the grandest
structure Of all. the ages, depends
upon the solidity and soundness of the
States. Should it ever fall or degen-
crate into Capitalization and impe.
rialism it will be through their weak
ness AID decay, But God grant no
such calamity shall ever befall our
country God grant that our Repub-
lie may live forever and that the old
flag may forever float above us!
Chief Justice Turney then admins
tered the oath OF Office, which was
taken, Gov, Taylor kissing the Bible,
according to the prescribed form.
After closing prayer by the elo-
quent pastor of the First Presbyterian
Church, Rev. Jerry Witherspoon, the
JOINT convention adjourned and the
inaugurAted ceremonies wert at All
end,
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
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IT is A HUMOROUS PAPER. We
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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20


In selecting Mr.. Farwell to fill the
vacancy caused by General Logan's
death. the Republicans Of Illinois have
done not only that which was expect
ed of them, but probably the best that
they could have done. There was no
candidate on their list better,acquaint-
ed with the commercial and industrial
needs Of the State, or more practical
ly familiar with the great economic
questions now agitating that commun-
ity. The founder Of his own fortune,
he has learned in the long struggle to
know men Of all classes and positions,
and to know their needs; and this &C.
quaintance and practical experience
will enable him to take commanding
position in the determination OF the
domestic problems with which this
this country must struggle in the next
few years Cincinnati Enquirer
Cluverius is dead at the hands OF the
law. Did ne, with his own hands, kill
Miss Madison? The evidence was
purely circumstantial and probably
four out Of every five who have close
ly and intelligently studied it think
that the murder was not proved, and
that the theory OF suicide was quite
possible. But there are few facts
which do not depend upon circum.
stantial eyidenee-which are proved
beyond all reasonable doubt. They
arc these /, Brought up in the same
family with young, beautiful and
pure girl, he led her to ruin. 2. He
then deserted her, refused to make
provision even for her pecuniary needs
and was in train to marry anoth-
er woman. 8. His victim was about
to become a mother. He was with
her at late hour on the night Of her
death, under circumstances Of strict
coneealment from all others. 1. II
her death was by suicide, he must
have known Of her intention. These
facts are not disputed In Che face 81
them there are few who will fancy
that much wrong has been done in
the hanging.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
From North Carolina.

The proprietors OF DR.. Harris Blood
and Liver Pills are in receipt OF tho
following letter: II herewith send
you stamps for box of Harris Pills.
Unfortunately, cur merchant is out Of
them. l have tried the Pills sufficient
ly, and ] am sure they are the best
Pills in America. Yours truly,
Ed. P. R. You've, Peru, N. C.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
p ID c K
To the Publishers,
KEPPLER & SCHwARTZMAN,
Puck Building, New York.

The Logan pension bill is meeting
with some opposition in the House.
1t is claimed by Mr. Morrison and
Others that Senator Logan's wife is no
more entitled to pension than the
widow OF Senator Miller and those OF
various other prominent men who
have died in civil life after serving in
the army. The Presidents reported
to be anxious over the matter. He
would prefer TO have the bill killed in
the House or greatly modified, as he
does not see how he can sign it should
it pass.
The bill to reimburse the depositors
of the Freedman's Sayings and Trust
Company fer losses incurred by the
failure of that company, reported by
Senator Morrill,, from the committee
on finance, contains the following
amendment to the bill as introduced
by Senator Sherman a few days ago
mo part OF the money hereby appro-
priated shall be paid to any assignee
OF any such depositors or benefit or re-
lief provided by this act shall extend
only to those depositors in whose ia
vor such balances have been properly
verified and TO their heirs and lega'
representatives"
The President has granted respite
until April s, 1887, to Patrick McCar
thy, who was to be executed Jan. l4tf
at Fort Smith, Ark.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
TO Wed a Doomed Man.

CHICAGO, ILL, Jan. IA, 1SS7.-The
astonishing information comes to the
surface that August Spies, the leader
OF the seven anarchists now lying un.
der sentence OF death in the Jail Of
Cook county, will next Monday be
married to miss Nina Van Zandt, the
daughter Of James Van Zandt, who
resides in a large mansion on the
southwest corner Of Rush and Huron
streets, in the most aristocratic part
of the north side. Mr. Van Zandt il
wealthy chemist.
The rare spectacle will be afforded
Of a bride leaving everything that is to
be enjoyed in wealth and society and
joining the traditions OF an ancient
and honorable house with the fortunes
OF a man detested beyond the portion
OF ordinary criminals, whose life hangs
in the balance Of the Supreme Courts
opinion whether or not he had q fail
trial for the hideous crimes charged
against him
Miss Van Zandt is a handsome
young lady OF nineteen years. Hel
father is a defendant OF one Of the
Knickerbocker families who moved
from New York to Center Pennsylva
mia Her mother traces her ancestry
back to the royal house Of Stuart, anc
is daughter OF an English clergy
man.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20
RacIklen,s Arnicn anIre-

The Best Salvs in the world for cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
FevoT Sores, letter, Chapped Hands,
Chilblaine, Cornes, and all Skin Erup-
tons. and positively cures Piles, or no
pay required. It'll guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction, or money refund
ed. Price 25 cents per box. For sale
by NJ. A. Mcfarland.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1887-01-20

The Roane Iron Company, OF Chat
tanooga, have purchased fifty acres OF
the Hoss farm, at cost of $4,000.
The contract was made last Wednes-
day night through Capt. H. s. Cham
berlain, for the company, and the
transfers will be made this week
Capt. Chamberlain is President of the
Company, and he informs us they will
erect 100-ton blast furnace at once.
and as soon as their mines at Cranber'
ry are sufficiently developed to give
them all the ore they need, they will
put in a steel plant here. This trans
action has caused real estate to ad.
vance, and we can boast Of having the
most substantial and solid boom in
East Tennessee.